Business Information & Advice Service

We provide a free Business Information & Advice Service from our office in Mallow. Our staff are on-hand to provide guidance on how best to go about starting your own business in North Cork or growing your existing business. 

Please note that for very specific Legal, Tax or Accounts queries we would refer you on to the relevent expert or ask that you avail of one of our many training programmes.

We provide general business advice on all aspects of setting up and managing a small business, including:

• Steps involved in setting up a new business in Cork
• Writing your business plan  
• Starting off and Registering your business name 
• Choosing a suitable business structure
• Marketing & Sales advice
• Funding & Finance Advice
• Other general Advice on establishing and running your Business

This ‘One Stop Shop’ service is available to both new and existing small businesses. You can avail of any of these services regardless of whether you qualify for financial assistance from the Board or not.

We can provide you with a referral to other state agencies. If we are unable to assist you then we will advise you on the best course of action.  Please also refer to our Business Information section for further information & guides on Starting up and Managing your Business.